Double Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah was carried off the track after reportedly suffering an Achilles injury during the 100m race at the NYC Grand Prix.
The Jamaican sprinter, who finished eighth with a time of 11.48 seconds (-2.1 wind), removed her spikes and was visibly limping before being assisted off the track.
Thompson-Herah’s injury raises concerns about her fitness ahead of the upcoming Jamaican trials and the Paris Olympic Games.
She has struggled with Achilles issues over the past two years, and this setback could potentially derail her preparations for a historic Olympic moment.
Following the race, she received treatment for a lower leg injury, with fans hoping it won’t significantly impact her Olympic ambitions.
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Favour Ofili won the race with a time of 11.18 seconds, followed by Morolake Akinosun in second and Aleia Hobbs in third.